Cornelius

One person was seriously injured in a shooting in Cornelius Saturday afternoon, according to MEDIC. The incident occurred in the 19000 block of Meridian Street around 2:15 p.m., and the victim was transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries. No further details are available at this time.

Renewed support for the I-77 south toll lane project in Charlotte emerges as municipalities like Huntersville, Cornelius, and Monroe reverse opposition due to a state budget mandate requiring reimbursement. The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) will vote on reinstating the project in late September, with Waxhaw and some officials advocating for traffic relief, while Mecklenburg County, Matthews, and Davidson are expected to oppose it.

Another Nine, a 24/7 golf simulator company, has opened its first location in Cornelius, North Carolina, with plans for 12 sites across Charlotte. The facility features a Trackman simulator offering over 350 courses, mini-games, leagues, and lessons, with memberships available but not required.

Kalan Summer, owner of Carolina Fountains in Cornelius, N.C., claims mandatory water restrictions by Charlotte Water have caused a 40% drop in business, leading to layoffs. Charlotte Water prohibits decorative fountains during droughts to conserve drinking water, though it allows variance requests. Customers like Doug Poppen face issues with dry fountains attracting pests.

A sinkhole caused the closure of the intersection of John Hawks Road and Oak Branch Lane in Cornelius on July 16. Police reported the sinkhole formed just after 6 p.m., and the intersection remained closed for evaluation and repairs. Officials advise drivers to avoid the area, and the cause is still unclear.

Cornelius is seeking to address traffic congestion on Interstate 77 by planning a new exit near Lake Norman. The town received $4.7 million in federal funding for a new interchange at I-77 and Westmoreland Road, supported by Mayor Denis Bilodeau and Commissioner Colin Furcht. The project is estimated to cost around $100 million, with the funding covering feasibility studies.

Shea Homes, a California-based homebuilder, is launching its first project in Cornelius, North Carolina, with a 65-unit townhome development called 35eighty Townes. The company acquired a 17.6-acre site for $13 million to develop the project near West Catawba Avenue and Magnolia Estates Drive.

Ramsey Creek Beach in Cornelius is closed due to low water levels caused by ongoing drought conditions, affecting visitors during the Fourth of July weekend.

Cornelius has reappointed a former commissioner following the resignation of the current commissioner. Higgins, elected in 2023, previously served as Mayor Pro Tem.